EP 82: How to avoid catfish tech candidates. Promoting vs. hiring leaders. ChatGPT's impact on software development.

In this episode, our host James Mackey and his guest Joseph Rose, President at JBS Custom Software Solutions, explore the world of technical hiring and leadership.  James and Joe discuss various methods to detect and mitigate fraudulent behavior and how to incorporate these strategies into the hiring process, so you can minimize the risk of selecting candidates who are not genuinely qualified.Transitioning to the realm of leadership, they delve into strategies for identifying and nurturing potential leaders and explore the concept of a pyramid of leadership.They also share insights on maximizing employee satisfaction and productivity, highlighting the correlation between a happier workforce and business success. They explore the dynamics of scaling businesses and how to optimize operations to achieve sustainable growth.Lastly, they discuss the influence that ChatGPT will have on technical roles.1:14 Joseph Rose background3:12 How to hire top tech talent4:46 How to optimize the conversion rate of candidates7:42 How to avoid catfish tech candidates15:32 What are some of the red flags that you should look for when hiring new employees20:37 Promoting vs. hiring leaders31:48 The importance of transparency in attracting talent40:37 How do you scale a business if you have more demand43:20 ChatGPT's impact on software development. Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, for making this show possible!  Follow us:https://www.linkedin.com/company/82436841/SecureVision: #1 Rated Embedded Recruitment Firm on G2!https://www.g2.com/products/securevision/reviewsThanks for listening!